New NASCAR to Le Mans Documentary Trailer Released

NASCAR fans, get ready for an exciting new documentary heading your way! NASCAR and Amazon Prime Video have teamed up to bring you “American Thunder: NASCAR to Le Mans,” set to premiere on June 12 in over 240 countries and territories.

This documentary dives deep into the NASCAR Garage 56 project that took on the challenge of competing in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2023. Hendrick Motorsports embarked on an 18-month journey to transform a race car meant for 500 miles on oval tracks in the US into a contender for a grueling 24-hour endurance race on the iconic Circuit de la Sarthe.

The trailer features familiar faces like NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France, Hendrick Motorsports founder Rick Hendrick, VP of Competition Chad Knaus, and celebrated drivers Jenson Button, Jimmie Johnson, and Mike Rockenfeller. NBC Sports commentator Nate Ryan also makes an appearance.

“American Thunder: NASCAR to Le Mans” is a product of NASCAR Studios, directed by Brad Lockhart, and executive produced by Jeff Gordon from Hendrick Motorsports along with key figures from NASCAR like Tim Clark, John Dahl, Amy Anderson, Tally Hair, and Matt Summers.

Get ready to rev up your engines and mark your calendars for this thrilling documentary that promises an inside look at the incredible journey from NASCAR to Le Mans!